Manufacturer: Cipla Ltd
Salt Composition : Montelukast(10mg)
Montair 10 Tablet can be taken with or without food. Take it at the same time to get the most benefit. It is advised to have it 2 hours before exercise if you have exercise-induced asthma. It should be taken as your doctor's advice. The dose and how often you take it depends on what you are taking it for. Your doctor will decide how much you need to improve your symptoms. Swallow the tablets whole with a drink of water. You should take this medicine for as long as it is prescribed for you. It does not cure sudden breathing problems, so always carry a medicated inhaler with you.
Montair-10 Tablet 15's contains a leukotriene antagonist Montelukast. It works by blocking a chemical messenger (leukotriene) and reduces inflammation and swelling of airways in the lungs. This makes breathing easier and prevents asthma attacks.
Montelukast causes inhibition of airway cysteinyl leukotriene receptors as demonstrated by the ability to inhibit bronchoconstriction due to inhaled LTD4 in asthmatics. Doses as low as 5 mg cause substantial blockage of LTD4-induced bronchoconstriction.
Most side effects do not require any medical attention and disappear as your body adjusts to the medicine. Consult your doctor if they persist or if you’re worried about them
Common side effects of Montair
Nausea
Vomiting
Headache
Diarrhea
Abdominal pain
Montelukast is contraindicated in patients with a history of hypersensitivity to the drug or its components. In addition, for patients with phenylketonuria (PKU), caution should be exercised with phenylalanine-containing formulations.
Montair 10 Tablet is generally considered safe to use during pregnancy. Animal studies have shown low or no adverse effects to the developing baby; however, there are limited human studies.
Caution is advised when consuming alcohol with Montair 10 Tablet. Please consult your doctor.
Montair 10 Tablet is probably safe to use during breastfeeding. Limited human data suggests that the drug does not represent any significant risk to the baby.
Montair 10 MG Tablet is used to prevent and control the symptoms of asthma (narrowing of the airways). It is also used to prevent breathing difficulty during exercise. It also provides relief from the symptoms of allergy such as watery eyes, sneezing, difficulty in breathing, chest tightness, etc.
Make sure you tell your doctor if you have any other medical problems, especially: Allergy to aspirin or. Allergy to nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drugs (NSAIDs) (eg, celecoxib, ibuprofen, naproxen, Advil, Aleve, or Motrin)—Continue to avoid aspirin or NSAIDs while taking this medicine.
Do not chew, crush or break it. Montair 10 Tablet
Store below 30°C
If you miss a dose of Montair 10 Tablet, take it as soon as possible. However, if it is almost time for your next dose, skip the missed dose and go back to your regular schedule. Do not double the dose.
Consult a doctor before taking any medicines.
You have been prescribed Montair 10 Tablet for asthma prevention and for the treatment of allergy symptoms such as sneezing and runny nose.
It is a relatively safe medicine with very few side effects.
Take Montair 10 Tablet 2 hours before exercising if you have exercise-induced asthma.
It does not work right away and should not be used to relieve sudden breathing problems. Use your rescue inhaler to control sudden difficulty in breathing.
Do not discontinue use without consulting your doctor, even if you feel better.
Take this medicine in the dose and duration as advised by your doctor. Swallow it as a whole. Do not chew, crush or break it. Montair 10 Tablet may be taken with or without food, but it is better to take it at a fixed time.
Q. Why do you have to take Montair 10 Tablet at night?
Usually, it is recommended to take Montair 10 Tablet in the evening when it is being used for asthma and allergic rhinitis (cough and cold due to allergy). However, the exact reason for this is not yet known. Some studies have shown that there is no difference in effectiveness whether Montair 10 Tablet is taken in the evening or morning. Hence, take the medicine as directed by your doctor.
Q. Is Montair 10 Tablet a steroid?
No, Montair 10 Tablet is not a steroid. It is a leukotriene blocker. Leukotrienes are natural substances released during an allergic reaction which causes constriction of muscles of airway. It can also cause allergy symptoms. This medicine blocks leukotrienes which helps in relieving symptoms of asthma and allergic rhinitis.
Q. Does Montair 10 Tablet make you drowsy?
An uncommon side effect of Montair 10 Tablet is drowsiness. It can also cause dizziness. Avoid driving or operating heavy machinery until you know how the medicine affects you. Consult your doctor if you experience these side effects.
Q. Can I drink alcohol while taking Montair 10 Tablet?
Consumption of alcohol should be restricted while taking Montair 10 Tablet as it may cause dizziness and drowsiness as a side effect. Also, liver disorders caused as side effect of Montair 10 Tablet may occur more commonly with use of alcohol.
